by Eriksen Insurance | Dec 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
Rising health insurance premiums have become an ongoing challenge for employers offering fully insured health plans. Medical inflation, increased utilization of services, higher prescription drug costs, and changes in care delivery have all contributed to steady...
by Eriksen Insurance | Dec 12, 2025 | Uncategorized
Right now, Washington is facing a healthcare cliff that could hit millions of Americans at the start of 2026. Lawmakers in the Republican-controlled U.S. Congress are on the brink of letting enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies — often called Obamacare...
by Eriksen Insurance | Dec 9, 2025 | Uncategorized
As the Medicare Advantage landscape continues to evolve, the year ahead brings both new opportunities and important changes for millions of beneficiaries. With more than half of all Medicare-eligible individuals now enrolled in Medicare Advantage plans, understanding...
by Eriksen Insurance | Dec 8, 2025 | Uncategorized
Predicting the future of health policy is never simple. Even the best forecasts can shift when unexpected political or economic events hit. But as we move closer to 2026, several major issues are already rising to the surface—issues that will likely influence the cost...
by Eriksen Insurance | Nov 19, 2025 | Uncategorized
Starting Jan. 1, 2026 (for renewals on or after that date), a new Illinois law — House Bill 5258 — will require health insurance plans that currently cover dependents to also offer coverage to a parent or stepparent of the subscriber. This marks a significant shift...
